Qatar and India Sign Agreement to Avoid Double Taxation and Combat Tax Evasion

Qatar, 25 February, 2025 :  Qatar and India have signed a landmark agreement to avoid double taxation and prevent tax evasion concerning income taxes. The agreement was signed by Qatar’s Prime Minister and Minister of Foreign Affairs, Sheikh Mohammed bin Abdulrahman bin Jassim Al Thani, and India’s Finance Minister, Nirmala Sitharaman, during a visit by Qatar's Emir, Sheikh Tamim bin Hamad Al Thani, to New Delhi.

The agreement aims to eliminate double taxation, encouraging the movement of capital, boosting trade, and opening new investment opportunities between the two countries. It includes provisions on maritime and air transport, dividends, royalties, and technical service fees, with an emphasis on tax transparency and information exchange to prevent evasion.

This agreement strengthens Qatar-India economic relations, enhancing cooperation in sectors like economy, investment, and energy. Qatar has committed to establishing similar agreements with other nations to foster global investment trends.